Poquoson Car Accident Lawyers

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In the Old Dominion, 179 people per day are injured in car accidents. If you join this unfortunate group because of another driver’s negligence, you may face extensive medical treatments and recuperation, considerable time lost from work, and the need for major vehicle repairs or replacement. Meanwhile, your medical and personal bills are piling up. A Poquoson car accident attorney at Rutter Mills protects your rights and can help you receive the maximum compensation for your injuries.

Common car accident injuries

Car accident injuries run the gamut, from those that will eventually heal to those leaving permanent disability in their wake. Catastrophic injuries are severe injuries, generally to the head or spine, which can leave a person incapacitated and no longer capable of working or living independently. Common car accident injuries include:

Broken bones

Burns

Disfigurement

Internal organ damage

Loss of limbs

Soft tissue injuries

Whiplash

What to do after a car accident

The immediate aftermath of a car accident is a trying time, but if possible, collect as much evidence as possible. That means using your smartphone to photograph or video the accident scene, as well as making a record of your injuries. Get the insurance particulars and the contact information of the other driver—as well as any witnesses or passengers in the affected vehicles. Write down or record your memories of the accident immediately while it is still fresh in your mind. Of course, report the accident to local law enforcement or the State Police at once.

Always seek medical attention after an auto accident, even if you do not think your injuries are serious. Failure to do so can harm your claim, as the other driver’s insurance company may argue you were not badly hurt or that some other misfortune caused your injuries.

Do not agree to any insurance settlement before obtaining legal counsel.

Virginia statute of limitations

Every state limits the amount of time in which a person can file a personal injury lawsuit for car accident injuries, and in Virginia, this statute of limitations for most injury cases is two years from the date of the accident. If a person dies from their injuries, the personal representative of the estate has a limited amount of time to file a wrongful death lawsuit.

If the accident involves a government vehicle, whether on the municipal, county, state, or federal level, the statute of limitations is much shorter, often a matter of three to six months.

Working with Poquoson car accident lawyers as soon as possible is critical. An investigation should start promptly before evidence disappears and the memories of witnesses begin to fade.

Virginia car accident damages

Damages, or compensation, in a Virginia car accident may include:

Medical expenses, present, and future

Lost wages

Property damage

Loss of future earning capacity

Pain and suffering

Emotional distress

Contact our team of Poquoson car accident lawyers

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident because of the recklessness or negligence of another driver, you need the services of an experienced Poquoson car accident lawyer at Rutter Mills. Call or text us 24/7 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation. While approximately 95 percent of cases are settled, we do not hesitate to go to trial when necessary. There is no fee unless we win.

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"The staff at Rutter Mills worked for me from the first minute I was in their office. They called and emailed every week and kept better records than I did. I was injured and had to undergo two operations from the accident. The recovery period was long with many physical therapy sessions over the next year. The staff emailed me many times, asking if there was anything they could do to make me feel better during my recovery. During this time my attorney was active in filing the paperwork for court litigation, but was contacted by the other law firm that wished to discuss settling my case. Depositions were done and the final one was scheduled and I was present to complete that phase of the case. My attorney got a maximum award for me and I will be forever grateful for his and their staff's work and attention during my time of legal need. Rutter Mills will be my only call if I ever need legal representation in the future."★★★★★-Dan, Rutter Mills Client

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